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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Professors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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